2nd Shift Maintenance Technician

Knowles Precision Devices; Town of Cazenovia (NY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Knowles Precision Devices in Cazenovia, NY is seeking a maintenance technician to operate, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair facility equipment. The role emphasizes safety, energy efficiency, and real-time record-keeping using the Upkeep CMMS.

Requirements include a high school diploma, 5 years of relevant experience, forklift certification, and knowledge of electrical systems, HVAC, and safety procedures. The work is physical, with lifting up to 50 lbs, and may involve independent or team work.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 5 years of relevant maintenance experience.
• Current or previously forklift certified.
• Experience with vacuum deposition equipment preferred.
• General knowledge of maintenance practices and safety.

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair facility equipment.
• Perform preventative and unscheduled maintenance during production.
• Follow safety procedures and use PPE; ensure safe work areas.
• Utilize Upkeep CMMS for real-time work orders and records.
• Work independently or with a team on mechanical and electrical issues.
• Handle hazardous waste per company policies.

Skills

Electrical systems

Troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Independent work

Forklift certified

HVAC knowledge

PPE safety

Upkeep CMMS

Vacuum deposition equipment

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Upkeep CMMS

Vacuum deposition equipment

Job description

Job Overview

This position is responsible for operating, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing facility support equipment. This position is based out of the Cazenovia, NY facility.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Comply with all safety procedures, maintaining good housekeeping and safety of work areas.
• Assures that equipment is being maintained in an energy efficient, safe manner and down time is reduced to a minimum.
• Recognize danger and safety hazards and propose methods to eliminate them.
• Maintain compliance with state, county, and city ordinances, codes, and laws.
• Utilize CMMS system Upkeep for work orders and record keeping in real time.
• Performs preventative maintenance on production equipment.
• Performs unscheduled maintenance during production on equipment.
• Works independently or with a team on troubleshooting mechanical and electrical issues.
• Handles Hazardous Waste in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Follow and support all safety practices by wearing proper personal protective equipment (PPE), following all Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and complying with safety signs and placards, maintaining good housekeeping, communicating unsafe practices and conditions to your local or PD EHS teams, and reporting all safety incidents (including near misses) as they occur.
• Any other duties that may be assigned

Qualifications & Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 5 years of relevant experience.
• Current or previously forklift certified.
• Previous experience with vacuum deposition equipment preferred.
• General knowledge of industry maintenance and repair practices.
• Ability to work independently and plan work without direct supervision.
• Frequent climbing, bending, lifting, kneeling, stooping, and working/extending overhead.
• Proficient computer skills.
• Basic understanding of plumbing, HVAC and other systems.
• Strong understanding of electrical systems, with the ability to troubleshoot and repair electrical components on industrial or commercial equipment
• For Second shift maintenance technicians; Must complete six months of training on first shift and demonstrate the ability to work independently on second shift with minimal supervision.
• All applicants must be eligible to work in the U.S. without restriction to ITAR documentation and materials.
• Eligible to work in the U.S. without restriction to ITAR documentation and materials.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• None

Work Physical Requirements

• Frequent climbing, bending, lifting, kneeling, stooping, standing, and working/extending overhead, lifting up to 50 Lbs.

The hourly pay rate for this role is $25 - $35 per hour.

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